2013 Porsche Panamera problems

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Common 2013 Porsche Panamera problems

Based on the complaints from owners of the Porsche Panamera 2013, several common problems have been identified:

Oil Level High or Low:
- Symptoms: Warning Message Oil Level Too Low or High.
- Description: The Panamera lacks a dipstick for measuring oil levels, relying on electronic sensors. Owners have reported inaccurate readings, leading to uncertainty about oil levels.
- Resolution: To address this issue, it is recommended to confirm the oil level manually by draining and measuring the oil. Adding oil should be done cautiously, not exceeding 1 quart at a time, and rechecking the level after each addition.
Porsche Communication Management (PCM) Issues:
- Symptoms: PCM unit restarting, map not loading, loading in the wrong language, or displaying only the Porsche logo screen.
- Description: Many Panamera owners have experienced various malfunctions with the PCM system, particularly with PCM3.1, possibly due to software updates causing instability.
- Resolution: The PCM issues can be categorized into electrical or physical malfunctions. In some cases, a complete loss of functionality may occur, necessitating repair or replacement of the PCM unit.
Recall: A/C Blower Control Unit:
- Description: An electrical short in the A/C blower control unit can increase the risk of fire, affecting various Porsche Panamera models from 2010 to 2016.
- Resolution: Porsche has issued a recall to add a relay harness to the A/C blower control unit and prevent water leakage, addressing the risk of fire. Owners are advised to contact Porsche customer service for the necessary repairs.
Recall: Gear Selector Lever Bushing:
- Description: The bushing attaching the gear selector lever to the gearbox may degrade over time, potentially allowing the transmission to be in Park without proper engagement.
- Resolution: Owners of affected Panamera models are advised to check if their vehicle is part of the recall and contact Porsche for necessary repairs to prevent unintended movement of the shift lever.

These common problems with the Porsche Panamera 2013 highlight issues related to oil level monitoring, PCM system malfunctions, and safety recalls addressing electrical and mechanical components. Owners experiencing these issues should take appropriate measures to ensure the proper functioning and safety of their vehicles.

What is the common problem with Porsche Panamera?

Common Issues With The Porsche Panamera

Key problems highlighted by porsche-mania.com include: Oil Leaks: Particularly in the earlier models, the Panamera has been known to suffer from oil leaks in the engine. Coolant Leaks: Some owners have reported coolant leaks leading to overheating if not addressed.

Is Porsche Panamera expensive to maintain?

Yes, Porsches are expensive to maintain compared to most automakers' vehicles. Estimates from RepairPal show maintaining a Porsche costs an average of about 83% more than the industry average.

How much does it cost to maintain a 2013 Porsche Panamera?

The annual maintenance cost of a 2013 Porsche Panamera is $1,283. Repair and maintenance costs vary depending on age, mileage, location and shop.

What is the mileage of 2013 Porsche Panamera?

Porsche Panamera 2010 2013 Mileage

The Automatic Petrol variant has a mileage of 8 kmpl. The Manual Petrol variant has a mileage of 7.5 kmpl. The Automatic Diesel variant has a mileage of 7.5 kmpl.

2013 Porsche Panamera car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Porsche Panamera problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

Electrical system problems
Unknown or other problems
Air bags problems
Engine problems
Service brakes problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 2013 Porsche Panamera vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

2013 Porsche Panamera complaints

The NHTSA has received 9 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2013 Porsche Panamera.

2024-09-06

AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2024-01-01
VIN: WP0AF2A7XDL
Components: AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Summary: Porsche dashboard leather shrunk and staples pulled out. I was told that if the vehicle was in an accident the airbag might not deploy correctly. The Porsche dealer looked at it and recommended replacing it. This is a very common issue

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2023-12-21

UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2022-04-15
VIN: WP0AF2A7XDL
Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Summary: all three of my horns are out on my 2013 Porsche Panamera GTS

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2020-02-24

UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2020-02-24
VIN: WP0AD2A71DL
Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Summary: MY 2013 PORSCHE PANAMERA HAS A SAFETY RECALL (PLEASE SEE ATTACHED). I HAVE CONTACTED PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA (NUMEROUS TIMES) AND ITS DEALERSHIPS (PORSCHE OF SILVER SPRING AND OTHERS). BUT ALL HAVE REFUSED MY RECALL WORK BECAUSE I AM ON A BLACK LIST VIA PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA. THEY HAVE DECLINED TO WORK ON MY CAR BECAUSE OF PAST ISSUES WITH ME PERSONALLY. EACH DEALERSHIP HAS BEEN INSTRUCTED NOT TO SERVICE MY VEHICLE. WHEN I CALL THE MANUFACTURER THE CUSTOMER SERVICE REPS SAY THAT THERE IS A NOTE ON MY ACCOUNT THAT SAYS I AM NOT TO BE ASSISTED UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES. I'M NOT SURE WHAT TO DO FROM HERE, OR WHO TO CALL. THIS IS MY SECOND TIME REACHING OUT TO THE NHTSA(PHONE AND EMAIL). THE FIRST TIME I FILLED A REPORT BY PHONE(4-5MONTHS AGO). I NEVER HEARD BACK FROM ANYONE. MY VIN # IS [XXX]. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR

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2019-09-25

ENGINE PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2014-09-26
VIN: WP0AD2A71DL
Components: ENGINE
Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 PORSCHE PANAMERA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE COOLANT TEMPERATURE INDICATOR TURNED RED AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO STALL AND SHUT COMPLETELY OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO PORSCHE OF SILVER SPRING (LOCATED AT 3141 AUTOMOBILE BLVD, SILVER SPRING, MD 20904, 888-462-9925) AND PORSCHE OF ARLINGTON (LOCATED AT 3100 JEFFERSON DAVIS HWY, ARLINGTON, VA 22202, 888-600-3538). BOTH DEALERS SERVICED THE VEHICLE SO THAT IT COULD BECOME OPERABLE AGAIN. THE CONTACT WAS UNAWARE OF THE REMEDIES THAT WERE PERFORMED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE HAS OCCURRED FREQUENTLY OVER THE PAST FIVE YEARS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURES AND PROVIDED A CASE NUMBER. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 24,000.

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2019-07-08

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2019-07-03
VIN: WP0AA2A70DL
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
Summary: I AM THE OWNER OF A PORSCHE PANAMERA 2013, I AM ENCOUNTERING A PROBLEM AND SAFETY ISSUE, IT SEEMS THIS CARS HAS A DEFECTIVE SHIFTER WHICH COULD ENGAGED THE PARKING BRAKE DESPITE MOVING IT IN POSITION THE SHIFTER. THE VEHICLE AT THE TIME ITS STATIONARY IN MY HOUSE. I NOTIFY THE THEY EXPLANATION ITS PORSCHE HASN'T ISSUE A RECALL YET AND I HAVE TO WAIT TILL THEY NOTIFY THE DEALER BECAUSE EVEN IF THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION VEHICLE ITS THE ONE THAT NOTIFY THEY SITUATION THEY HAVE TO WAIT.[XXX] IF YOU CAN HELP ME PLEASE I WOULD APPRECIATED. THANK YOU! INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TT

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2019-06-19

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2018-09-05
VIN: WP0AB2A76DL
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 PORSCHE PANAMERA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VENT CONTROL FUNCTION FAILED TO OPERATE PROPERLY FOR THE AIR CONDITIONER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V322000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) WAS ISSUED ON APRIL 24, 2019. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND COULD NOT IDENTIFY IF THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN THE RECALL EVEN THOUGH THE FAILURE WAS RELATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT A REPAIR SOLUTION COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60,000.

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2019-03-28

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2018-12-15
VIN: WPOAA2A71DL
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: MY 2013 PANAMERA, BASE MODEL WITH 25 K MILES WHEN BOTH HORNS FAILED TO FUNCTION. I WOULD FUSS I HAVE USED THEM LESS THEN 10 TIMES TOTAL? ARE U KIDDING ME! I HOPE THE IRVINE DEALER WILL WORK WITH ME.

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2017-08-16

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2017-08-01
VIN: WP0AA2A7XDL
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 PORSCHE PANAMERA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HORN FAILED TO FUNCTION PROPERLY. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED (MOMENTUM PORSCHE, 10155 SOUTHWEST FWY, HOUSTON, TX 77074, (844) 894-5470) TO DETERMINE WHEN THEY COULD INSPECT AND DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE.

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2012-12-02

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2012-08-07
VIN: WP0AF2A73DL
Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Summary: THE CAR ACCELERATED UNEXPECTEDLY. THIS HAS HAPPENED APPROXIMATELY 4 TIMES AFTER THE 1ST. INCIDENT. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO FIND ANY PROBLEM. THE CAR NOW HAS ABOUT 3,500 MILES ON IT. EACH TIME I WAS ABLE TO IMMEDIATELY HIT THE BRAKE AND AVOID AN ACCIDENT. IT ONLY HAPPENS AT LOW SPEED OR ENGINE IDLE WITH MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE. *TR

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2013 Porsche Panamera recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 2013 Porsche Panamera.

2022-08-30

Manufacturer: Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Summary: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2020 Porsche Macan, Cayenne, Panamera, and Cayman S, 2001-2004 Boxster, Boxster S, 2004 Boxster 50 JAHRE SPYDER 550 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all affected models and model years. The caps that cover the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which can allow the headlights to be improperly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: Improperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the headlights for sealing caps and install missing caps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANB4.

2019-06-12

Manufacturer: Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
Summary: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, 2004-2010 Cayenne, 2006 Cayenne Turbo S, 2010-2016 Panamera S, Panamera 4 S, Panamera Turbo, 2011-2016 Panamera, Panamera 4, 2012-2013 Panamera Turbo S, 2013-2016 Panamera 4 GTS, 2014-2016 Panamera 4 S Executive, Panamera Turbo Executive, Panamera Turbo S G1 II, Panamera Turbo S Executive, 2013 Panamera 4 Platinum Edition, Panamera Platinum Edition, 2016 Panamera 4 Edition, Panamera Edition, Panamera Turbo S Executive Luxury Sports vehicles. The bushing that attaches the gear selector lever to the gearbox may degrade over time, causing the bushing to detach. This condition could allow the driver to move the shift lever to Park and remove the ignition key, while the transmission may not be in Park, with no warning message or audible chime.
Consequence: If the vehicle is exited without the transmission being in Park and without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter cable bushing, free of charge. Owners are instructed to use the parking brake until their vehicle is repaired. The recall began August 9, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKB1.

2019-04-24

Manufacturer: Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2010-2016 Panamera 4S and Panamera S, 2011-2016 Panamera, Panamera 4 and Panamera Turbo, 2012-2016 Panamera Turbo S and Panamera S E-Hybrid, 2013-2016 Panamera GTS, 2013 Panamera Platinum Edition and Panamera 4 Platinum Edition, 2014-2016 Panamera 4S Executive, Panamera Turbo Executive and Panamera Turbo S Executive, 2015 Panamera Diesel and 2016 Panamera 4 Edition, Panamera Edition and Panamera Turbo S Exclusive Series vehicles. Water may enter the A/C blower control unit, causing an electrical short circuit.
Consequence: An electrical short increases the risk of fire.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the blower control unit, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 10, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA7. Note: Porsche recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed.

Positive 2013 Porsche Panamera car reviews

Hugh Huels 2024-11-15

Perfect vehicle, timeless look, comfortable, reliable, safe, handles amazing, and suspension is a dream.
Modesto Murphy 2024-11-13

We bought a 2011 Panamera 4 after considering a Cayenne. There's really no comparison - this car is a home run. It's white with beige interior, and it's absolutely stunning. You'll turn heads on the highway, and it performs like a true Porsche. Once you're inside, you'll know that this is a luxury sports car.
Fausto Hessel 2024-10-08

The Panamera 4 is a great car and I can see why you love it! It's a shame that the maintenance costs are so high, but I'm sure it's worth it for such a fantastic vehicle.
Isac Lind 2024-09-06

I hope you don't mind me saying, but I noticed that you bought your car used at a great price - 55% of MSRP! And with only 7800 miles on it after 3.5 years, that's quite a find. I also saw that you sold it, I hope everything went smoothly for you.
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